Track Trade Assistant

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your positive attitude and willingness to learn in a cutting-edge field. You’ll report to the Maintenance Supervisor and work alongside a close-knit team of technical professionals who support the Sydney Light Rail operation in Randwick. You'll play a critical role in assisting the maintenance and cleaning of all equipment as specified in Alstom's maintenance procedures, and in accordance with specified company quality and health and safety procedures. This role is a permanent night shift position, from 10pm – 6am. We’ll look to you for:

• Maintaining Track Infrastructure and cleaning in accordance with specified procedures.
• Litter picking and drain cleaning.
• Cleaning of drains, depot floors and track/track slab in pedestrianised zones.
• Performing the role of a Sydney Light Rail Protection Officer (SLR PO).
• Reporting daily, weekly on activities, problems found and measures taken.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Be a team player, with a can-do attitude.
• Be able to commit to and thrive working on permanent night shifts.
• Experience in Track/Infrastructure, Maintenance or Cleaning would be preferred.
• Willingness to participate in training and development (Heavy Ridgit License, Certificate II Rail Infrastructure).

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Play a critical role in supporting the maintenance and safe operation of the Sydney Light Rail network.
• Be able to develop your career with a global industry leader.
• Receive 18 weeks paid parental leave.
• Have access to a free corporate gym membership.
• Receive free salary continuity insurance.
• Enjoy free access to the Alstom University (1000’s of courses, learning material and more).

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you! 

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: hr.accessibility@alstomgroup.com.

For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.

As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.